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Woodhouse Academy Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Woodhouse Academy is a academy converter middle deemed secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire , serving pupils aged 9–13, with 419 pupils, and a capacity of 480 places. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby middle deemed secondary schools below.

9–13

Age range

419

Pupils

480

Capacity

87%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

Woodhouse Academy Catchment Area Information

As an academy, Woodhouse Academy sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Staffordshire. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Staffordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

Find Staffordshire catchment area documents →

Woodhouse Academy — School Information

Full address
Woodhouse Lane, Biddulph, Stoke-on-Trent, ST8 7DR
Local authority
Staffordshire
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Middle deemed secondary
Age range
9–13 years
Free school meals
13.4% of pupils
DfE URN
141074

Frequently Asked Questions — Woodhouse Academy

Is Woodhouse Academy oversubscribed?

Woodhouse Academy has a capacity of 480 places and currently has 419 pupils enrolled. For the most up-to-date data, check with Staffordshire.

What is the admissions policy for Woodhouse Academy?

Admission to Woodhouse Academy is managed by Staffordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Woodhouse Academy cover?

Woodhouse Academy is a middle deemed secondary school in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, serving pupils aged 9–13. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for Woodhouse Academy?

Woodhouse Academy was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.